Course Syllabi

Principles of structure and function of living things at molecular, cellular, and organismic levels of organization. Includes molecular and cellular biology, genetics, viruses, bacteria, protista, and fungi.

Additional principles of structure and function of living things at molecular, cellular, and organismic, and higher levels or organization. Includes evolution, organismal biology of plants and animals, population biology, and ecology.

Study of structure and function of the human body. Topics include cells, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, and nervous system.

Continuation of structure and function of human body. Topics include endocrine, immune, lymphatic, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems.

Study of microorganisms including their morphology, metabolism, genetics, classification, and effects on human life and the environment. Laboratory sessions cover basic procedures in microbiology culminating in the identification of unknown bacterial samples.

Survey of disease processes that affect the body
systems focusing on altered physiological
mechanisms of cells and organ systems.

An introduction to the science of entomology focusing on basic principles of systematics, morphology, physiology, behavior, ecology, economics, and the many health impacts of insects on humans. The laboratory includes the viewing of insect specimens and field trips to collect and study insects in their natural habitats. An insect collection is required.

An introduction to the field of business administration in such functional areas as marketing production, business organization and ownership, financial management, law, communication, taxation and regulation, and computer information systems.

Assists individuals in understanding human behavior in social institutions, business, and industry, including leadership, communications, status, decision making, motivation, and personnel problems. Case problem method of instruction used.

Applications of business computations using calculators and computers to solve problems involving budgets, discounts, markup, interest, credit plans, checking and savings accounts, payroll, and taxes.

Examines the role and responsibilities of employees in building quality client relationships that create customer satisfaction as well as exploring the functions of customer service employees in all fields in businesses.

Examines the legal framework governing rules of conduct among business and its impact on establishing business policy, both legally and ethically.

Development of the skills and abilities to handle written business communications effectively and to develop a distinctive style of business writing. The simple but tactful expression of ideas; the preparation of business letters, memorandums, reports, minutes of meetings, and news releases.

This course functions as a capstone for all the emphasis areas in the AAS in Business programs. It is designed to bring the multi-disciplinary studies together in a real-life project to study a business problem or a business.

This entry level CDL course is designed to introduce the student to different aspects of general knowledge for the trucking industry. In addition to becoming proficient at the Entry Level Driver’s Training (ELDT) theoretic Instruction outlined in Part 380, app A of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), the student will be prepared to take and pass the General Knowledge, Air-Brakes, and Combinations written exams at an Arizona Motor Vehicle Division location. Upon passing the Arizona Department of Transportation written exams, the student will receive a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) for training.

This course focuses on developing the necessary basic backing and driving skills needed to pass the Skills test and Road test for the AZ CDL license. This course builds upon the knowledge gained in CDL-101.This course covers the following:

• Pre-trip, Enroute, Post-trip Inspections
• Seat adjustment
• Mirrors
• Putting the truck in motion
• Safe stopping
• Continuation of the Pre-trip Inspection 
• Backing procedures - Straight line backing, offset back/left, 45 / 90 degree Alley docking, and parallel parking (conventional)
• Coupling and Uncoupling

This is a comprehensive course that focuses on developing the necessary vehicle control skills for students to safely operate commercial vehicles. Students will learn proper techniques for controlling commercial vehicles, including steering, shifting gears, braking, and accelerating. The course will cover topics such as vehicle dynamics, weight distribution, and handling hazardous driving situations.

This course in the CDL certificate program is designed to provide final preparation for the student to pass the Arizona Commercial Driver License (CDL) exam. This exam must be passed before the student can become employed as a professional truck driver. The course will provide students with an in-depth review of all topics covered in previous courses including vehicle control, vehicle inspections, backing maneuvers, hazardous situations, and driving in various traffic conditions. In addition, the course will provide guidance on how to properly prepare for and take the three-part CDL test consisting of the pre-trip inspection, backing Maneuver skills, and General Drive test.

Fundamental laws and principles of inorganic chemistry for students with little or no background in chemistry. Properties of matter are developed from the structure of atoms and molecules. Experiments demonstrate techniques and connect observation with theories.

A detailed study of inorganic chemistry is presented with emphasis on atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions and bonding, equilibrium, and the laws and principles of chemistry in terms of modern theory.